-70.0 cfs (-5.49%) since yesterday
51.05% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Rappahannock River
was last observed at
1,206
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,392
acre-ft of water today; about 51%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2,363 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2014-05-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at
66,200 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Rappahannock River Near Fredericksburg
reporting a streamflow rate of 794 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Rappahannock River At Remington
with a gauge stage of 3.54 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Rappahannock River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 301 ft, the
Rappahannock River At Remington.
Last Updated
2024-04-24
Streamflow
1,206.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
51.05%
Maximum
66,200.0 cfs
2014-05-01
About the rappahannock river
The Rappahannock River is a 195-mile river in Virginia that flows through the Piedmont and Coastal Plain regions. It was an important transportation route in colonial times and played a significant role in the Civil War. The river's headwaters are in the Blue Ridge Mountains and it empties into the Chesapeake Bay. The Rappahannock River is used for drinking water, irrigation, and hydroelectric power, and is home to several reservoirs and dams. The major reservoirs include Lake Brittle, Lake Pelham, and Abel Lake. The river is also popular for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming, and supports a diverse range of aquatic life. The Rappahannock River is a vital part of Virginia's history, economy, and natural environment.